Welcome to the world of Carnatic music, a rich and vibrant tradition that has been passed down through generations. This ancient musical style, originating from the southern part of India, has evolved over centuries, and has a unique identity that sets it apart from other forms of Indian classical music.

One of the distinguishing features of Carnatic music is its use of ragas or melodic scales, which are structured around a set of ascending and descending notes. These scales, known as varisais, are an essential foundation for learning Carnatic music. They help develop a strong sense of pitch and rhythm and serve as a steppingstone to mastering the more complex compositions of Carnatic music.

Learning varisais can be a challenging task for beginners. However, this book is designed to make it an enjoyable experience. With the help of simple and visually appealing graphical sequence, we have illustrated the varisais, along with thalam, in a way that makes it easy to understand, practice and memorize.

Our sincerest hope is that this book will help you master the Sarali Varisais and provide a strong foundation and kick start your journey in Carnatic music.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our YouTube video channel, Carnatic Visuals (https://www.youtube.com/@CarnaticVisuals), which features videos that combine the visuals presented in this book with instrumental audio, making it both supportive and enjoyable for students to sing along. These videos are freely available and provide a valuable resource for students looking to improve their learning and practice. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced singer, we hope that this book and its accompanying videos will help you kickstart your learning journey and make singing Sarali Varisais a pleasurable experience!